johndaniel.b.coffin Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 (edited) I bought this off of a person I found on another Z forum. I bought her back in June of 09 but unfortunately was not able to get it here till yesterday. She needs everything. I do mean everything. I'm almost afraid to start with anything. Its kinda overwhelming when I start thinking about it. I think ill manage though. Its going to be an extremely slow build though. I leave for Afghanistan in less than than two weeks. My plans are up in the air with pretty much everything. Paint, how I want it done. The power train, (V8,Or what not.) Wheels, I have no Idea. Well here are some crappy pics. Enjoy. Edited February 9, 2010 by johndaniel.b.coffin Trying to figure out the pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted February 10, 2010 Author Share Posted February 10, 2010 Haven't done much do to upcoming deployment. I have removed the crappy exterior door rubber strip.( The rubber piece that protects the door from dings and whatnot). Sorry no pictures. It was kind of a spur of the moment thing. I really want to just strip it down, Get rid of all the "junk" that is just wasting space. Still a little apprehensive though. I think that ill probably do allot when I come home for R&R later in the year. Well see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted February 13, 2010 Author Share Posted February 13, 2010 I removed Some Bondo that I found on the rear hatch today. It was pretty thick. Here are some pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted February 14, 2010 Author Share Posted February 14, 2010 I'm thinking that I should of posted this in another area. I think that I would of liked some input from whoever wanted to chime in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 This will be my last post for a little while. I leave for Afghanistan tonight. Good luck to all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78nismoZ Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Be careful over there buddy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted May 28, 2010 Author Share Posted May 28, 2010 Just a little update, I should have my new rims at the house by the end of the day. I bought the Black RB-R's in 16x8. I also bought a set of black lugnuts. I should have tires bye the end of this month. Up next, well, I have no idea. I am trading my fuel door that has the knob with a latter one that(in my opinion) is cleaner. I'm thinking that my next purchase will either be a new lowering spring and strut/shock set or a coilover set. Big difference in performance and price. Still debating though.Like I said it was going to be a slow one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaddow Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 Just a little update, I should have my new rims at the house by the end of the day. I bought the Black RB-R's in 16x8. I also bought a set of black lugnuts. I should have tires bye the end of this month. Up next, well, I have no idea. I am trading my fuel door that has the knob with a latter one that(in my opinion) is cleaner. I'm thinking that my next purchase will either be a new lowering spring and strut/shock set or a coilover set. Big difference in performance and price. Still debating though.Like I said it was going to be a slow one. Hey don't worry on a project being slow. The average full project takes 10 years. I myself pulled my car down 3 years ago and am only just really getting to the point of getting it back together again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bahraini240z Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 Good luck with ur project.. Remember to stay patient Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxxpatsabxxx Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 thats ALOT of bondo... well i guess it just means u get to do it right !!! yea, there isnt really any traffic on this part of the forums, but hopefully we can change that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted May 31, 2010 Author Share Posted May 31, 2010 That I think is the hardest thing for me is to be patient. I just received my rims, and my wife just ordered my tires the other day. We have decided that every payday from here on out, I can order whatever I need (within reason) until my deployment is over. She questioned me yesterday with "why are you ordering all this stuff when you don't have an engine? Shouldn't that be the first thing you get?" I replied with, "Normally, yes. But unfortunately, You cant do that for me. I mean really. Could you see yourself in a junkyard pulling what I want?" She laughs. Approximately I have seven more months to go. Then its on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
310z Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 That can be seven months of planning and envisioning the out come. Deciding exactly what you want. But do not let your mind stray unless you are in a safe zone. Bring yourself and crew home safe, body and mind. Lots of time planning will save you time and money in the long run. No matter how long it takes to build, you will still get the same level of satisfaction when you get behind the wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KROz Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 That can be seven months of planning and envisioning the out come. Deciding exactly what you want. But do not let your mind stray unless you are in a safe zone. Bring yourself and crew home safe, body and mind. Lots of time planning will save you time and money in the long run. No matter how long it takes to build, you will still get the same level of satisfaction when you get behind the wheel. It is extremely true, take your time. It's hard, (well not for me, I can't afford anything anyways) but the longer you have to plan it out, the happier you'll be, and the less money you'll waste. If I had bought all of the junk for my car I initially wanted, it would've been a huge disappointment. Why is it that people use so much bondo? It makes no sense to me. My car had an inch thick shell completely around it. Well that's a harsh exaggeration, but there was quite a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted June 1, 2010 Author Share Posted June 1, 2010 Thanks for the concern guys. And to update, My tires should arrive at the house today. I also just had the wife order 2 sets of camber plates from TTT today. Next payday will be the coilovers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted July 2, 2010 Author Share Posted July 2, 2010 Just threw my rims and tires on while I was home on emergency leave. I had to do something to take my mind off of reality for a min. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted December 31, 2010 Author Share Posted December 31, 2010 Well, This year has been a hard one for me. I am almost home. I should be home in about a month or so. I'm glad to be leaving 2010. Recap for those that are interested, I deployed to Afghanistan in February, In June my mom was murdered, and then in September my wife left me. But I will be able to work on my Z as soon as I return home. It has been on my mind a lot. So much to do and am excited about starting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB26powered74zcar Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Well, This year has been a hard one for me. I am almost home. I should be home in about a month or so. I'm glad to be leaving 2010. Recap for those that are interested, I deployed to Afghanistan in February, In June my mom was murdered, and then in September my wife left me. But I will be able to work on my Z as soon as I return home. It has been on my mind a lot. So much to do and am excited about starting. Daym guy... that's a hell of a hit to take while being deployed. You have my best wishes.... joel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KROz Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 That last picture just screams of how awesome this car is going to be when you're done with it. Good luck with everything. Your build will be supreme! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAndyAndTheSea Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Keep pushing through. I'm so very sorry for your losses. I admire your commitment to the car, given the circumstances. Keep the updates coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenzos Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Who are you with? I'm at Lejeune, heading to afghan in a month or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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